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SSC GD 2021 English Test - 53
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SSC GD 2021 English Test - 53
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  • Question 1/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from the options given.

    Over half of the nations in Africa are considered the (1)____________ countries in the world. Even though the continent as a whole is (2)____________ quickly, there are many nations that (3)____________ not showing economic growth. Economic insecurity, political instability, and wars within these nations have left many of Africa’s citizens living a life of poverty. Based (4)____________ the numbers from 2017, Somalia has the lowest GDP per capita. It is ranked last at number 54 in Africa and is ranked 188th in (5)____________ world.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.1

    Solutions

    We can clearly see that the blank is preceded by the definite article "the". Now, a superlative degree usually comes with “the” before it.

    For exampleThe boy is the tallest in his class.

    So, it should be filled with a superlative degree. “Poorest” is the only superlative degree here. "Poor" is the positive degree and "poorer" is the comparative degree.

    "Pooring" can be used as the noun meaning Impoverishment.

     

  • Question 2/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from the options given.

    Over half of the nations in Africa are considered the (1)____________ countries in the world. Even though the continent as a whole is (2)____________ quickly, there are many nations that (3)____________ not showing economic growth. Economic insecurity, political instability, and wars within these nations have left many of Africa’s citizens living a life of poverty. Based (4)____________ the numbers from 2017, Somalia has the lowest GDP per capita. It is ranked last at number 54 in Africa and is ranked 188th in (5)____________ world.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.2

    Solutions

    The blank needs to be filled with a verb.

    Now, "is" is used in the continuous tense as an auxiliary verb. “Is / am / are + verb + ing” is the correct structure of the progressive or continuous tense.

    For exampleI am doing my homework.

    So, “is” before the blank is a hint that “-ing” form should come in the blank.

     

  • Question 3/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from the options given.

    Over half of the nations in Africa are considered the (1)____________ countries in the world. Even though the continent as a whole is (2)____________ quickly, there are many nations that (3)____________ not showing economic growth. Economic insecurity, political instability, and wars within these nations have left many of Africa’s citizens living a life of poverty. Based (4)____________ the numbers from 2017, Somalia has the lowest GDP per capita. It is ranked last at number 54 in Africa and is ranked 188th in (5)____________ world.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.3

    Solutions

    The subject of the clause is “nations” - a plural noun, so the blank should be filled with a plural verb only. Only “are” is plural here.

    The other options "am", "is", and "was" are singular, thus incorrect.

     

  • Question 4/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from the options given.

    Over half of the nations in Africa are considered the (1)____________ countries in the world. Even though the continent as a whole is (2)____________ quickly, there are many nations that (3)____________ not showing economic growth. Economic insecurity, political instability, and wars within these nations have left many of Africa’s citizens living a life of poverty. Based (4)____________ the numbers from 2017, Somalia has the lowest GDP per capita. It is ranked last at number 54 in Africa and is ranked 188th in (5)____________ world.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.4

    Solutions

    The verb “base” is usually followed by the preposition “on”. The phrasal verb "base on" means to use particular ideas or facts to make a decision, do a calculation, or develop a theory.

    For exampleThe paper is based on the research of Prof. Chaturvedi.

    So, the blank should be filled with the preposition “on”.

     

  • Question 5/10
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    Directions For Questions

    Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from the options given.

    Over half of the nations in Africa are considered the (1)____________ countries in the world. Even though the continent as a whole is (2)____________ quickly, there are many nations that (3)____________ not showing economic growth. Economic insecurity, political instability, and wars within these nations have left many of Africa’s citizens living a life of poverty. Based (4)____________ the numbers from 2017, Somalia has the lowest GDP per capita. It is ranked last at number 54 in Africa and is ranked 188th in (5)____________ world.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.5

    Solutions

    The definite article is used before the names ofSome Geographical Areas.

    For examplethe South Pole, the West, the South, the North East etc.

    "World” also refers to the geographical area in general. "Some" is contextually incorrect here. So, “the” should come in the blank.

     

  • Question 6/10
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    Identify the best way to improve the underlined part of the given sentence. If there is no improvement required, select ‘No Improvement’.

    Neerav and his uncle, who left India before the fraud was discovered, have denied the accusations.

    Solutions

    The underlined part of the sentence isgrammatically correct

    • The actions of "leaving" and "discovery" happened in past but the denial is happening in the present.
    • Thus it must be written in the present tense.
    • Also, "Neerav and his uncle" is a plural subject. Thus, the present plural verb "have" is correct to use here.

     

  • Question 7/10
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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

    After he had __________ Mathematics, he went straightway to his room and took the online test.

    Solutions

    Let's find out the correct filler for the blank:

    • There are two forms of practice: “Practice” and “Practise”.
    • “Practice” is a noun that means the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it.
    • “Practise” is a verb that means perform (an activity) or exercise (a skill) repeatedly or regularly in order to acquire, improve or maintain proficiency in it.
    • Since the sentence shows the action of practicing mathematics, therefore a verb must be needed here.
    • Now with ‘had’ the past participle form of the verb (V3) is used.
    • Also, the last option ‘done practised’ is superfluous as practise itself depicts doing of things.
    • Thus "practised" will appropriately fill in the blank.

     

  • Question 8/10
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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

    If we can work in a profession that helps us realise our ideal of _________, we should be grateful.

    Solutions

    Let us understand the meaning of the given words:- 

    • Indifference = unbiased impartial unconcern.
    • Concrete = capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary.
    • Mediocrity = ordinariness as a consequence of being average and not outstanding.
    • Compassion = the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it.

    Now, let's find out the correct filler for the blank:

    • According to the context of the sentence, we need a positive word.
    • After analyzing the meanings of the given words, we can understand the "ideal" can hardly be associated with the words like "indifference", "concrete", or "mediocrity".
    • Any of these words cannot make us feel "grateful".
    • On the other hand, "Compassion" motivates people to go out of their way to help the physical, mental, or emotional pains of another and themselves.
    • Thus, "Compassion" is the most suited for the blank.

     

  • Question 9/10
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    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

    INSULT

    Solutions

    Let’s understand the meaning of the given words:-

    Insult = speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse. 
    Example: He hurled insults at us.

    Apply = make a formal application or request. 

    Remove = take (something) away or off from the position occupied. 

    Offend = cause to feel upset, annoyed, or resentful. 
    Example: 17 percent of viewers said they had been offended by bad language.

    Offer = present or proffer (something) for (someone) to accept or reject as desired. 

     

  • Question 10/10
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    Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

    A game in which no one wins

    Solutions

    Let’s understand the meaning of the given words:-

    Conquest= the process of gaining control of something.

    Draw= a game in which no one wins.

    Triumph= a great success or victory.

    Feat= an act that shows skill and strength.

     

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